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By DebbieH 05 Aug 2019 0 min read

Life as a solicitor

Carol-Anne Baker is a Consultant Solicitor who has worked for Bridge Law Solicitors over the past two years Below she provides us an insight into her career and how she got there Tell us a bit about t...

By DebbieH 31 Jul 2019 5 min read

Average criminal lawyer salary in the UK

The salary of a criminal lawyer in the UK can vary based on a range of factors such as experience specialisations and especially by region This article outlines the average UK salary region by region...

By DebbieH 29 Jul 2019 0 min read

What is the law conversion course?

Have you completed a non-law degree but are now interested in moving in to the law There is an option for you to do this through completing a conversion course Does it matter if your first degree is a...

By DebbieH 29 Jul 2019 0 min read

How to study on a busy schedule

If you re considering or are already working in the law you re likely passionate about learning and studying The problem though is getting the time to study alongside your busy working week Taking on...

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By DebbieH 05 Jul 2019 0 min read

How to choose the right paralegal course for you

With the paralegal profession emerging as the fastest growing in the legal sector it s so important to choose the right course one that is bespoke fit for purpose and robust There are many providers w...

By DebbieH 02 Jul 2019 0 min read

Why law firms test candidates: Tips on how to prepare

Many fields of work are competitive attracting far more candidates for every open position than some might believe Law firms receive large quantities of applications for every role advertised Narrowin...

By DebbieH 01 Jul 2019 0 min read

Law graduate CV mistakes to avoid

Applying for your first law job after graduation can be daunting With the law job market being such a competitive area it s highly important to spend considerable time on a well-written and perfectly...

By DebbieH 26 Jun 2019 0 min read

How to follow up post interview

Following up after an interview is practically a requirement in the legal industry Thank you notes or emails depending on how laid back the firm is all play a part in confirming to a recruiter that yo...

By DebbieH 24 Jun 2019 0 min read

Writing a cover letter for a solicitor

A cover letter could be the difference between you being invited for an interview or not so it s worth taking the time to consider what key points you want to include Whether you re an experienced sol...

By DebbieH 21 Jun 2019 0 min read

Why qualifying as a Paralegal is becoming the only career option for those wanting to enter the legal profession

If you are a school careers officer or are offering career advice at a college or university then you re probably already be aware of what is happening in the legal sector Qualifying as a solicitor or...

By DebbieH 14 Jun 2019 0 min read

Why transparency is now essential in the legal services sector

In the last five years within the current legal services sector changes have been so radical that consumers are undoubtedly confused It used to be that if you had a legal problem you would automatical...